Hometown

By TIMES STAFF
Published August 19, 2007

---

High Fives

The Florida Antique Tackle Collectors show and auction was held Aug. 4 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Port Richey. The group is a nonprofit, member-supported organization and its purpose is to enhance and promote the collection, preservation and knowledge of the history of old or antique angling memorabilia. Free appraisals were offered to the general public. More than 50 people attended this successful auction. Anyone interested in Florida's rich angling history is invited to join and participate in the club's functions. For information, call Don Morrow at (727) 856-1534.

* * *

The Veterans of Foreign Wars national headquarters in Kansas City, Mo., announced that John C. Kinney of Port Richey achieved All American status as a post commander. VFW Commander in Chief Gary Kurpius said, "Kinney, Commander of Post 7845, Port Richey, is one of only 95 VFW Post Commanders worldwide selected for this honor. The criteria are based on outstanding achievement in membership growth and participation in VFW programs that benefit veterans and their communities. This title is one of the most prestigious honors given by our organization." Kinney earned this honor for his leadership from July 1, 2006, to June 30, 2007. The organization assists veterans and their families and works for the well being of those serving on active duty in the National Guard and the Reserve. Founded in 1899, its nearly 1.7-million members are located in more than 8,500 posts worldwide.

We need your news!